Wu Gu Chong (Chrysomyia megacephala Larvae) — Dried Food-Herb Insect for Pet & Bird Feed

Wu Gu Chong (五谷虫), also known as dried blowfly larvae or 'Five Grain Worm,' is the dried larva of Chrysomyia megacephala, a traditional food-herb ingredient recognized in Chinese wellness culture. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Wu Gu Chong has been prized as a gentle, spleen-supporting and digestion-harmonizing substance, traditionally used to clear heat, resolve stagnation, and support the smooth movement of the digestive system. Its nature is sweet, salty, and slightly cold, making it a mild yet focused ingredient in traditional food therapy.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food-herb (药食同源) ingredient
• Dried Wu Gu Chong larvae, clean and bone-free
• Sourced from Anhui, China
• Also used as pet and bird feed
• New-crop, 500g per pack

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully cleaned and dried to preserve a uniform pale golden to light brown color, a crisp and lightweight texture, and a mild, neutral aroma. When rehydrated or simmered, the larvae soften and release a subtle, slightly savory flavor that blends quietly into broths and traditional preparations without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions and soups
• Pet and bird feed supplement
• Medicinal food preparations
• Daily food-therapy blends
• Traditional wellness formulas

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Wu Gu Chong is decocted into soups and traditional formulas to support digestive harmony and clear internal stagnation. It is also used in medicinal food preparations, where it is simmered with other food-herb ingredients to create gentle, nourishing broths. Beyond human food therapy, it is commonly included in pet and bird feed as a natural protein-rich supplement.

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